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Joshua Close

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Josh is a Sports Journalism graduate and has been a member of the TCF team since 2015. Between 2015 and 2018, Josh focused primarily on British Superbikes and Road Racing events such as the Isle of Man TT. At the beginning of the 2019 season he became the MotoGP Reporter.
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Road Racing

Mugen confirm Martin and McGuinness TT line-up

By Joshua Close
February 15, 2017
1 Mins read

Guy Martin and John McGuinness will join forces again at the Isle of Man TT as they line-up for Mugen in the TT Zero races.

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Road Racing

Norton sign Brookes and Johnson for factory TT effort

By Joshua Close
January 18, 2017
2 Mins read
Norton is set to field two all-star Aussie riders at the 2017 Isle of Man Senior and Superbike TT after signing Josh Brookes and David Johnson.
Road Racing

Guy Martin set for Isle of Man TT return with Honda

By Joshua Close
January 18, 2017
1 Mins read
Fan favourite Guy Martin will make his return to road racing in 2017 after signing a deal with Honda to compete at this year’s Isle of Man TT.
Road Racing

Johnston to ride WSBK Honda at Isle of Man TT

By Joshua Close
January 18, 2017
2 Mins read
Irish road racer Lee Johnston will line up for Jackson Racing at this year’s Isle of Man TT Races, on a World Superbike spec Honda CBR1000RR.
British Superbike

Josh Brookes to make BSB comeback with Anvil Hire Yamaha

By Joshua Close
January 11, 2017
2 Mins read
2015 MCE British Sueprbike Champion Josh Brookes will return to the series this season after signing a one-year deal with Anvil Hire Yamaha.
Road Racing

Joe Thompson set for Isle of Man TT debut with Team ILR

By Joshua Close
January 10, 2017
1 Mins read
2017 will see Joe Thompson compete for Team ILR (Ian Lougher Racing) in his debut at the Isle of Man TT Races fuelled by Monster Energy.
British Superbike

Hickman and Jackson join Smiths Racing

By Joshua Close
January 4, 2017
2 Mins read
The Smiths Racing BMW team have announced the signings of Peter Hickman and Lee Jackson ahead of the 2017 MCE British Superbike season.
British SuperbikeSeason Review

2016 British Superbike season review

By Joshua Close
December 19, 2016
4 Mins read
The Checkered Flag looks back at the 2016 MCE British Superbike Championship, which saw Shane Byrne create history by becoming a five-time champion.
British Superbike

Ellison and Laverty join McAMS Yamaha for 2017

By Joshua Close
November 27, 2016
2 Mins read
James Ellison and Michael Laverty will be teammates for the 2017 MCE British Superbike season after signing for the new McAMS Yamaha team.
British SuperbikeMotorcycles

Hawk Racing and Suzuki join forces for 2017

By Joshua Close
November 27, 2016
1 Mins read
Suzuki has announced a new partnership with Hawk Racing for 2017, that will see the Japanese manufacturer field a two-rider line-up in the MCE British Superbike Championship.
British Superbike

Giugliano joins BSB paddock with Tyco BMW

By Joshua Close
November 27, 2016
1 Mins read
Former World Superbike rider will make his debut in the British Superbike Championship next season after joining Tyco BMW.
Road Racing

Hutchinson targets 2017 Senior TT Victory with Tyco BMW

By Joshua Close
November 27, 2016
1 Mins read
14-time Isle of Man TT winner Ian Hutchinson has agreed terms with Tyco BMW and will race for the team once again at the 2017 Isle of Man TT.
British Superbike

Irwin delighted with Brands Hatch Podium

By Joshua Close
October 16, 2016
1 Mins read
Glenn Irwin showcased his wet weather skills to take his second podium finish of the season in a tricky opener at Brands Hatch.
British Superbike

Byrne remains cautious despite increasing championship lead

By Joshua Close
October 16, 2016
2 Mins read
Shane Byrne believes that the title fight is still on-going between himself and Leon Haslam, despite increasing his championship lead to 27 points.
British Superbike

Hickman delighted with wet weather victory at Brands Hatch

By Joshua Close
October 16, 2016
1 Mins read
Peter Hickman managed to stay out of trouble on his JG Speedfit Kawasaki at Brands Hatch to claim his second victory of the 2016 season.
British Superbike

Haslam refuses to give up on British Superbike title

By Joshua Close
October 16, 2016
1 Mins read
Leon Haslam has not given up on this year’s MCE British Superbike title despite a disastrous first race at Brands Hatch.
British Superbike

Bridewell tops rain-hit Brands Hatch qualifying session

By Joshua Close
October 15, 2016
2 Mins read
Tommy Bridewell managed to keep his cool as the rain began to fall to take pole position for this afternoon’s opening race at Brand Hatch.
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